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RZE ResolutevsTudor Black Bay

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Resolute
RZEResolute
MSRP $759
Black Bay
TudorBlack Bay

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Resolute40mm
Black Bay41mm
Power Reserve
Resolute40h
Black Bay70h
Water Resistance
Resolute200m
Black Bay200m
MSRP
Resolute$759
Black Bay

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
10.5mm
14.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Polished + Satin
Caseback
Solid
Engraved

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
MT5602
Power Reserve
40h
70h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$759

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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RZE Resolute

The RZE Resolute is praised for its impressive build quality and finishing in a bead-blasted titanium case, offering a crisp dial and clear lines. Reviewers highlight its comfortable and balanced wear, citing the 36mm titanium case and wide lugs. The watch features extensive lume, though one review notes it is slightly below other RZE watches due to thinner luminous elements. Its stated accuracy range is -10 to +30 seconds per day, and the Miyota 82S0 movement's winding action is described as grainy by one reviewer, while another notes the beige lume is less legible than white. On balance, reviewers find the RZE Resolute offers impressive value and build quality for its price.

Tudor Black Bay

Owners widely praise the Tudor Black Bay for its comfortable wearability, robust build, and vintage-inspired aesthetics, with specific mentions of its satisfying winding feel and sturdy bezel action. Reviewers highlight the 39mm Black Bay 58's comfortable size and thinness, while others note the 41mm Master Chronometer's reliable timekeeping and magnetic resistance. Some owners find the GMT hand difficult to distinguish in low light. A recurring point of contention across multiple sources is the lack of on-the-fly micro-adjustment on the bracelet, though some find aftermarket solutions adequate. One owner reported the watch losing two minutes a day after six years, requiring a service. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor Black Bay highly for its blend of vintage charm, modern robustness, and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The COSC-certified accuracy of the movement is a notable strength. The 14.7mm to 14.8mm thickness is cited as a potential drawback. Reviewers are divided on whether the newer models represent a departure from the Black Bay's heritage design.

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